2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2095 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Excursion | Laser |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 53 L |